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/ 69 days ago

USMNT-linked Renard steps down as France Women's boss

The France women’s national team has officially announced the departure of their head coach, Herve Renard. This news, though anticipated, marks a significant moment in French women's soccer. Renard, appointed in March 2023, had previously indicated his intention to step down after the Paris Olympics. His tenure, though short, was marked by notable achievements and […]

Who needs subs? Emma Hayes outsmarts critics with USA win

The US Women's National Team (USWNT) defeated Germany on Tuesday to qualify for the Women's Olympic Soccer gold medal game. Although we could talk endlessly about the USA's front three and how they saved the day with their dynamism and their fluidity in transition, USWNT Head Coach Emma Hayes had the biggest impact on the […]

With Olympics win, Spain is dominating world's game

Spain reached the finals of the Olympics on Monday after a comeback 2-1 win over Morocco. While an impressive result on a one-game basis, at what point do we finally recognize that Spain is onto something incredible? Both Olympic teams are on the verge of a gold medal, just weeks after the men's senior side […]

USA vs Germany preview: American women two wins away from gold

The US Women's National Team (USWNT) is just two wins away from a gold medal. With an extra-time win over Japan on Saturday, they advanced to the semifinals for the second straight Olympics. The team standing in the way of a gold medal game appearance is a team they have already beaten at these Olympics: […]

USA vs Japan preview: Winner faces either Canada or Germany

The US men's U23 team is out of the Olympics, so now it's down to the US Women's National Team (USWNT) to bring home a medal from Paris 2024. Fortunately, the USWNT has proven adept at doing just that as we share in our USA vs Japan preview. But the standard has never been to […]

USA out of Olympics after thrashing by Morocco

Team USA was knocked out of the 2024 Olympics at the hands of Morocco on Friday. The American men were essentially outplayed by the formidable North African side for much of the match. In the end, Morocco thumped the USA by a score of 4-0 to end USA's hopes of an Olympic medal in men's […]

Premier League managers disrespect the Olympics

Despite the glitz and glamor of watching many international stars take the stage at Paris 2024, the Premier League managers disrespect the Olympic Games. They have prevented numerous players from attending the Olympics. In total, only nine players from the league have been called up to the squads. The European Championship and the Copa America […]

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/ 77 days ago

USA vs Australia preview: Fate is in the hands of USWNT

The US Women's National Team (USWNT) is looking to finish the Group Stage in first place. After winning their first two games, head coach Emma Hayes' team has already secured a spot in the quarterfinals. But their opponent, venue, and kickoff time are all still to be determined. That's why staying top of the group […]

Canada appeals Olympic points deduction for women's soccer

The Canada spying dilemma has led to a points deduction and coaches' suspensions, and Canada issued an appeal against the penalty. Following revelations that Canada spied on New Zealand ahead of their first game at the Olympics event for women's soccer, punishments rained in. Three members of the Canada women's coaching staff, including head coach […]

USA vs Germany preview: Next challenge for Emma Hayes' team

The USWNT looks to take control of Group B in the Paris Olympics. After winning their opening game against Zambia 3-0, another win would put them in the driver's seat. But to do it, they'll have to get a result against Germany, which has been one of women's soccer's longtime powers. Zambia recap The path […]

USA vs New Zealand preview: Olympics at stake for Americans

The USA will have to play to survive in the Olympics when it battles New Zealand in the second match of the men's tournament in Paris. After falling to France in their opener, they are last in the group. A loss to the Kiwis would all but ensure a group-stage exit. A win, however, would […]

Canada Soccer admits use of drones to spy at Copa America

More information regarding Team Canada's use of drones is now surfacing. The Canada women's national team was recently accused of flying a drone over New Zealand's practice on multiple occasions in recent days. The drone operator and an assistant coach both immediately departed the team. Canada's head coach, Beverly Priestman, also voluntarily decided not to […]

Dominant USWNT stroll to 3-0 win over Zambia

Despite the never-ending questions surrounding manager Emma Hayes' first game in charge of a major tournament like the Olympics, the USWNT removed most of their doubts with a dominant opening win over Zambia. Despite the team's blue-blood status entering the Olympics, Hayes is the team's biggest name. She's come off a historic 12-year stint with […]

Argentina FA asks FIFA to give itself Olympics win, not Morocco

The Argentina Football Association (AFA) has launched an official complaint to FIFA regarding incidents during their opening 2024 Olympics match. The South Americans began their tournament on Wednesday with a matchup against Morocco. Cristian Medina looked to have given Argentina a point in the game with a late game-tying goal in added time. However, the […]

Canada beats out New Zealand in gritty 2-1 win

In their 2-1 win over New Zealand, Canada played like a team that didn't need a drone to spy on their opponents' training sessions. Canada outpossessed and outworked New Zealand, holding a significant physical and technical edge. Before Canada's highly-anticipated match with New Zealand, an uncredited member of the Canada national team used a drone […]